Oahu Weather Forecast for May 12, 2026

Oahu Weather Forecast for May 12, 2026

Breezy trade winds will continue through most of the week. A lingering weak trough near the western end of the state will result in a bit more clouds and...

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Oahu Surf Forecast for May 12, 2026
Oahu Surf Forecast for May 12, 2026

A small short to medium period northwest (330 deg) swell will slowly decrease through tonight. The next small long period northwest swell arrives into the...

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Oahu News:

The Hawai‘i men’s volleyball team clinched the 2026 NCAA National Championship, reaffirming their dominance in college sports. Meanwhile, the Rainbow Warriors baseball team prepares for a crucial Senior Weekend series against CSUN with a playoff spot at stake. In legal news, a jury acquitted a 62-year-old man in a fatal Chinatown shooting case, concluding a high-profile trial. On the administrative front, Honolulu’s City Managing Director Michael Formby announced his departure to lead a local maritime company. Environmental concerns arose as ‘forever chemicals’ were detected in Haleakala water samples, though officials assured no public health risk. Lastly, cultural heritage is celebrated with the return of the ancient Japanese archery ritual Yabusame to Oahu after 30 years, promising a spectacular traditional event.

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Maui Surf Forecast for May 13, 2026

A small short to medium period NW swell will slowly decrease through tonight. A small long period NW swell then arrives by Wednesday afternoon and peaks on...

Lahaina Third Saturdays return this Saturday, May 16

The Maui Economic Recovery Commission (Maui ERC) – Healing Journey Team is honored to announce the return of Pa‘ūpili 3rd Saturdays, a monthly community healing gathering in Lahaina Town. The next event will take place Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Lahaina United Methodist Church.

State targets Japan tourism gap as Maui seeks big-spending visitors

Japanese visitors have been drawn more to Waikīkī than to Maui's resorts, and a new state report calls for changing that by rebuilding and diversifying Japanese visitor demand.

State championship to return to Hoʻokipa in 2031; inaugural location called world-class ‘surf stadium’

The County of Maui’s Hoʻokipa Beach Park lived up to its billing as a world-class surfing venue with solid waves both days, being labeled by several spectators and officials as the perfect “surf stadium” for the historic Hawaiʻi High School Athletic Association’s inaugural state surfing championships on May 1 and 2, 2026. HHSAA Executive Director Chris Chun said the event will return to Hoʻokipa in 2031 as part of a five-year rotation.

New 24-passenger MEO bus traveling Molokaʻi roads

A new 24-passenger Maui Economic Opportunity bus with two-wheelchair capacity is in service on Molokaʻi, following a blessing last month.

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Kauai Weather Forecast for May 13, 2026

Breezy trade winds will continue through most of the week before easing slightly this weekend. Showers will favor windward and mauka areas, most frequently...

Kauai Surf Forecast for May 13, 2026

A small short to medium period NW swell will slowly decrease through tonight. A small long period NW swell then arrives by Wednesday afternoon and peaks on...

Kaua‘i woman sentenced after pleading guilty to defrauding coronavirus assistance program

The Kapa‘a woman pleaded guilty to wire fraud and aggravated identity theft after fraudulently obtaining more than $100,000 through the program.

Mechanical problem forces closure of Kapa’a pool

Due to mechanical issues, the Kapaʻa swimming pool will be temporarily closed starting May 13.

Kauaʻi Mayor Derek Kawakami officially files to run for lieutenant governor of Hawaiʻi

No other candidate has officially filed to run for the No. 2 elected post in the state, but five other candidates have pulled papers, including former Deputy Attorney General John Choi.

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Hawaii County Weather Forecast for May 13, 2026

Breezy east northeasterly trade winds will remain through the week and could ease slightly this weekend and become more easterly. Showers will favor windward...

Hawaii County Surf Forecast for May 13, 2026

A small short to medium period NW swell will slowly decrease through tonight. A small long period NW swell then arrives by Wednesday afternoon and peaks on...

UPDATE: Authorities locate missing 13-year-old girl in good health

Authorities safely located 13-year-old Vasconcellos following an endangered missing child alert issued earlier Tuesday.

Kaua’i Mayor Derek Kawakami officially files for Lt. Governor race

No other candidate has officially filed to run for the No. 2 elected post in the state, but five other candidates have pulled papers, including former Deputy Attorney General John Choi.

Business briefs for May 12: Hilo business owners awarded, Fairmont Orchid has a new manager, Hawaiʻi Island Health Center CEO to start in the fall

Big Island businesses experience success and leadership changes.